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Development Officer

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Chatham University
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Chatham University, Woodland Road, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
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Development Officer

The Office of University Advancement, which serves a diverse population of over 18,000 Chatham University alumni and friends, is seeking a Development Officer.

The Development Officer should be an organized, collaborative, and highly motivated individual who will have a major gift pool, engage and cultivate alumni, secure major gifts in support of the Institution's fundraising goals, and manage an array of fundraising projects in a fast-paced environment. They will support the Chief Advancement Officer and University President with key major gift and campaign projects.

The Development Officer will play a vital role in engaging alumni and donors to build long-term philanthropic success and help the Development program meet fundraising goals. In addition to personal fundraising and engagement goals, they will also work to increase unrestricted support for the University through personal solicitation, mailed and email appeals, and by activating our existing network of motivated volunteers.

This position will have the opportunity to work a hybrid schedule with both remote and in-person work on a weekly basis. Specific schedules are based on job functions and project workload and are determined with supervisors.

Chatham University strives to promote a campus environment that understands and embraces multiculturalism while increasing individuals' intercultural competence. We actively work to build and sustain a diverse and culturally vibrant campus, which promotes employee and student success and retention. Learn more at: https://www.chatham.edu/mission-and-values/diversity-and-inclusion/index.html.


Duties and Responsibilities:

    Maintain a portfolio of 100-150 donors, soliciting gifts of $10,000 and above through personal contact/moves management.Plan, implement, and monitor fundraising projects, programs, and events designed to enhance philanthropic support for the University in collaboration with the Development Support Manager. Projects will include but are not limited to reunion giving, campaign events, giving societies, crowdfunding campaigns, and other miscellaneous solicitations and events.Proactively communicate with fundraising staff, faculty, alumni (volunteers and donors), and external constituents to ensure effective and timely coordination of fundraising and stewardship programs, projects, and activities.Work closely with the Chief Advancement Officer to create prospect engagement strategies with assigned prospect pools to match prospects' interests to the priorities of the University.Keep a regular and proactive schedule of outreach, making a minimum of 20 contacts (calls, video calls, or substantial reciprocated written correspondence) per month and securing 100 to 120 visits per year.Maintain database accuracy through timely entry of contact reports and maintenance of donor information.Research, write, edit, or oversee the preparation of persuasive, accurate, and grammatically and syntactically correct solicitations, proposals, reports, correspondence, and other fundraising-related communication materials, as required.Draft content for fundraising and stewardship-related social media posts for the Alumni Association's Facebook and Instagram accounts and update content for the Individual Giving sections of Chatham's Giving website.Perform miscellaneous job-related duties, as assigned.Engage in learning and practicing principles of social justice and inclusion.

Requirements:

    Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and professional experience.At least two to three years of relevant experience.Demonstrated ability to understand the needs and interests of donors in order to develop and strengthen relationships with the University.Proven strength in interpersonal and communication skills-written and oral.Experience in successfully managing multiple, fast-paced projects independently.Keen attention to detail and accuracy.Committed to working with diverse colleagues, students, and community members.Valid driver's license and ability to travel independently throughout the Pittsburgh region and beyond.Ability to travel outside of the Pittsburgh region 7-10 times per year.Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends when required for special alumni and donor events or travel.

Preferred Qualifications:

    Previous fundraising, higher education, and/or nonprofit and project management experience.Previous experience mobilizing and motivating volunteers.Familiarity working with a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system, Constant Contact, and mainstream computer software like Microsoft Word and Excel.Familiarity with social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn

Salary Range:

$55,800-$63,400. 40-hour work week.

Exact compensation based on candidate skills and experience.


How to Apply:

Applications accepted only via www.chatham.edu/careers (direct link is https://chatham.applicantpro.com/jobs/3573191) and follow the instructions to complete the application process. To ensure full consideration, please include:

    Cover Letter outlining your qualifications for the position Curriculum Vitae or Resume Contact information for three professional references
All application materials should be uploaded at the same time at the time of application. The system will not allow applicants to make edits to their applications after submission.

 

Chatham University is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equity. Persons of color, women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. Chatham University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, or national origin.

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About Chatham

Founded in 1869, Chatham University is a fully coed institution with an enrollment of over 2,200 students and over 60 undergraduate and graduate programs in our areas of excellence: health & sustainability; business & communication; and the arts & sciences. Chatham is the alma mater of environmental icon Rachel Carson ’29, and is recognized as a leader in the field of sustainability, having been selected as one of the Top 50 Green Colleges by The Princeton Review; ranked in the top five nationally for sustainability achievements in the Sustainability Tracking, Assessment & Rating System™ (STARS); and mentioned in a 2012 Forbes article as one of the places "contributing to Pittsburgh's transformation into a destination for green living."

Building on these accomplishments, Chatham opened in 2014 the world's first fully sustainable campus in higher education, Eden Hall Campus. Consistently ranked as a best college by U.S. News & World Report in the Regional Universities North category, Chatham consists of the School of Health Sciences; the Falk School of Sustainability & Environment; the School of Arts, Science & Business; and the School for Continuing & Professional Studies.

Accreditation The University is accredited by the:

· Commission on Institutions of Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools

· Pennsylvania Department of Education

· Pennsylvania Department of Education Teacher Certification Program

· Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education

· Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant

· American Chemical Society

· American Psychology Association

· Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education

· Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education

· Council for Interior Design Accreditation

· Council on Social Work Education

· International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education

· Masters in Psychology and Counseling Accreditation Council

 

Mission Statement Chatham University prepares its students to build lives of purpose, value, and fulfilling work. Through professional skill development and liberal arts learning, Chatham prepares its graduates to be informed and engaged citizens in their communities; to recognize and respect diversity of culture, identity, and opinion; and to live sustainably.

Student Life Students at Chatham University immerse themselves in academics, co-curricular activities, and city life here in Pittsburgh, PA. At Chatham University, you’ll find an academic and social environment where everyone, from professors in the classroom to strong alumnae/alumni networks to fellow students, cares about your future. The Office of Student Affairs at Chatham is committed to assisting students in becoming active members of the campus community through a variety of programs and services. Student Affairs staff members are here to help Chatham students stretch their imaginations, learn about themselves, discover the world, and achieve their aspirations. Chatham University has a lot in store for students outside the classroom.

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